curb weight

Definition of curb weight

: the weight of an automobile with standard equipment and fuel, oil, and coolant

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Recent Examples on the Web Further countering the idea that the MC20 is just a 488 in drag is the fact that, unlike the Ferraris, this Maserati uses a carbon-fiber chassis (like the MC12), which gives the car a curb weight of under 3,307lbs (1,500kg). — Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, "Maserati’s new MC20 supercar uses F1 engine efficiency technology," 10 Sep. 2020 That feeling is further exaggerated by the Stingray's 3638-pound curb weight, which is 427 pounds more than the Cayman's. — K.c. Colwell, Car and Driver, "Tested: 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Z51 vs. Porsche 718 Cayman GT4," 2 Sep. 2020 While lighter than the Cullinan or Phantom, the Ghost is still a substantial automobile, with a 5628-pound curb weight, according to the company. — Mike Duff, Car and Driver, "2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Is a Tasteful Oasis in a Post-Opulent World," 1 Sep. 2020 The curb weight, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) are understated on the certification label, affecting how well the trailer may be towed. — Detroit Free Press, "Car recalls for August 13-20," 22 Aug. 2020 That's more than enough for a mid-size, three-row SUV with a curb weight of 4,211lb (1,911kg). — Eric Bangeman, Ars Technica, "The Kia Telluride is the most surprising SUV of the year," 26 June 2020 So wrap your wetware around this number: 5724—as in pounds, as in curb weight for the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. — Dan Neil, Car and Driver, "Tested: 2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo Takes Fast SUVs to New Heights," 2 June 2020 Other than the additional all-wheel-drive componentry and the 156-pound increase in curb weight that accompanies it, the Carrera 4 is identical to its rear-drive stablemate. — Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, "2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Doesn't Really Need All-Wheel Drive," 10 June 2020 Since the plant closed April 12, Odegaard has worked with a nutritionist to devise a new diet plan for his pigs, eliminating protein and fat to curb weight gain. — Michael Corkery, BostonGlobe.com, "Meat plant closures mean pigs are gassed or shot instead," 14 May 2020

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“Curb weight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curb%20weight. Accessed 28 Oct. 2020.

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